Yates
Alabama — Elmore County — Tallapoosa River
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Elmore |
| River | Tallapoosa River |
| Coordinates | 32.57425, -85.88964 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 87 ft |
| Dam Height | 87 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,261 ft |
| NID Storage | 54,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 54,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 1, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1928 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Alabama Power Company |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.